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Top 10 MFA Screenwriting Degrees in California
When you think of “entertainment” in the United States, you think of Hollywood. There’s no doubt that California is home of the entertainment industry, with Los Angeles serving as its heart and soul. Because of that, it is no wonder that some of the best Master of Fines Arts in Screenwriting... -
Top 8 Undergraduate Film Schools on the East Coast
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Top 6 MFA Screenwriting Programs on the East Coast
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10 Tips on How to Write a Screenplay
Are you interested in becoming a better screenwriter? Of course you are! No matter where you are in the game, you should always strive to improve your writing abilities. This constant ambition and effort to become a more skilled writer is what separates a doer from a dreamer! I’ve learned a lot...
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American University - School of Communication (B.A.)Very Unhappy with the Film ProgramI apologize for the very long post, but I have a lot of things to say about the Film and Media Arts department at AU. I am EXTREMELY unhappy...
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LMU - Film & Television Production (M.F.A.)Excellent choice for a well-rounded film education experienceLMU's Film and Television Production MFA program is a great choice for students who want a well-rounded film education. You are able to make both...
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USC Cinematic Arts - Film and Television Production (MFA)Great Marketing, Subpar RealityI'm writing this review because there wasn't a lot of clear info when I was applying so I hope that this can offer some clarification beyond the...
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USC Cinematic Arts - Film and Television Production (MFA)Hollywood TrashOverall, this school is what 'quantity over quality' means. The network they brag about is absolutely not as they market. The filmmakers who come...
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USC Cinematic Arts - Film and Television Production (MFA)Questionable InvestmentIf you don’t get a scholarship to attend USC I would advise against going. It’s too much money to throw away for a school with so many problems...
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Columbia University - Screenwriting/Directing (M.F.A.)Hi everyone! Happy application season! My names Harriet, I'm from Canada and I have so many questions about applying to film school it's hard to...
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USC Cinematic Arts - Film and Television Production (MFA)The USC Cinematic Arts admissions website says that you do need the GRE. Is this new?- ArielleEngle
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USC Cinematic Arts - Film and Television Production (MFA)Does USC still open the application for 2021 spring? Cuz today is June 20th, they should've opened the application but I checked the application...
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USC Cinematic Arts - Film and Television Production (MFA)When will cinematography students learn how to shot with the film? when will production students have courses of their selected area?
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USC Cinematic Arts - Film and Television Production (MFA)Hello, As a future applicant I have a question regarding the admissions. In my undergraduate degree I switched from Computer Science to Business...
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LMU - Film Production Fall 2021Thank you. yeah, all the Film schools or schools, in general, say "Show not tell" and many students in the schools too. Any advice on how to improve?
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How to get Into USC Film School: An Interview With an SCA Admissions Committee MemberSuch an inspiring conversation! Questions are thoughtful for those who are applying, and the answers are informative! 1 month left for USC...
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When all the noise went away, I asked 'why?' And that was wrong.This is so beautifully written Patrick. I just feel like giving you a tight bear hug.
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How I chose between NYU Dramatic Writing and AFI Screenwriting.What a great post. I would like to hire you as my student's personal film school decision coach, LOL. -
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How I chose between NYU Dramatic Writing and AFI Screenwriting.Great post! Very informative and thorough! I'm looking forward to your update while you're at NYU.
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